Advanced Diploma in Arts

About the course

The Advanced Diploma in Arts lets you gain an undergraduate qualification without committing to a full bachelor degree. You build research, critical thinking and writing skills in core units, then tailor your studies through minors and electives from a broad range of humanities and social science subjects. The flexible structure supports varied interests and can provide a pathway into further study such as a Bachelor of Arts. The programme emphasises applied skills, workplace readiness, and technical competency for industry entry.

Career outcome

Graduates gain practical Arts & Humanities skills for industry entry or articulation into higher qualifications. Graduates enter skilled employment or articulate into higher qualifications. Preparing graduates for skilled employment, traineeships, and pathways to higher qualifications.

Living Costs in Armidale**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 851 - 1,125	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 764 - 1,010
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 365 - 483

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)